9798291151297 - Lighting the Fuse: A Historical Analysis of Billy Joel's "We Didn't Start the Fire" (Keeping the Fuse Lit) de Stone, B.P. (6 resultados)

Paperback. Condición: New.

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Lighting the Fuse: A Historical Analysis of Billy Joel's "We Didn't Start the Fire"Billy Joel's iconic anthem "We Didn't Start the Fire" ignited minds when it first hit the airwaves in 1989-an explosive catalog of names, events, and headlines that raced through the second half of the 20th century. In Lighting the Fuse, author B.P. Stone takes readers beyond the lyrics, transforming the song's rapid-fire rhythm into a compelling historical journey.This compact, fact-based companion dissects every reference in Joel's whirlwind of cultural snapshots. From geopolitical flashpoints like the Korean War and the Bay of Pigs to pop culture touchstones like Elvis Presley and Woodstock, the book brings clarity and context to the song's chaotic energy. Each chapter unpacks the stories behind the lyrics, offering digestible but meticulously researched accounts of the people, movements, and moments that shaped a generation, and beyond. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New.

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Lighting the Fuse: A Historical Analysis of Billy Joel's "We Didn't Start the Fire"Billy Joel's iconic anthem "We Didn't Start the Fire" ignited minds when it first hit the airwaves in 1989-an explosive catalog of names, events, and headlines that raced through the second half of the 20th century. In Lighting the Fuse, author B.P. Stone takes readers beyond the lyrics, transforming the song's rapid-fire rhythm into a compelling historical journey.This compact, fact-based companion dissects every reference in Joel's whirlwind of cultural snapshots. From geopolitical flashpoints like the Korean War and the Bay of Pigs to pop culture touchstones like Elvis Presley and Woodstock, the book brings clarity and context to the song's chaotic energy. Each chapter unpacks the stories behind the lyrics, offering digestible but meticulously researched accounts of the people, movements, and moments that shaped a generation, and beyond. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.